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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1901
Page
5
The Aberdeen Herald proclaims itself the oldest paper on the coast with claims of wide circulation in Chehsa country. It lists subscription rates in advance and advertises its status as the city official paper for Thursday December 12 1901.
Amid a tight Aberdeen mayoral contest residents hear of affidavits alleging illegal voting and ethics concerns tied to candidates including Ben and Madden. The affidavit details prompt scrutiny of propriety as city officials face prosecution and appeals surface before next week’s primary vote.
The statement suggests Mr. Madden draws a line at papers that publish opinions he finds not secure or aligned with his views. Details on context or entities are limited in the fragment.
A barque from Mexico to Portland ran aground near Point Granville or Point Elizabeth. Six sailors drowned and one died from illness. fourteen others were rescued from two boats that reached shore as the crew battled surf and strong currents. The incident marks the season's second wreck and follows several near-similar events along the coast.
Fragments describe a case involving a woman facing danger or distress. Names of officials and staff appear, including health officers and clerks, with scattered references to a theatre and oilman, suggesting a chaotic or limited account from a town notice.
Elected officers at the last meeting include Past Oracle Martha Anderson and Oracle Matida Bear for the Royal Neighbors Auxiliary, Vice Oracle Anna Parr, Recoder Mag Rogers, and Treasurer Matuca. Modern Woodmen officers named include Commander Frei Nre, Vice Commander J. Wood, and several others, with various escorts and sentinels. The text also references a health ad for a liver and bowel regulator and digestive tonic.
A 19th century notice records resolutions from General Crook era, mourning Silas W. Smith. It notes the loss to his family, the town, and community, and extends condolence from a local committee. The language reflects ceremonial tribute and communal sorrow.
A fragmentary notice from an Australian source mentions a missing watch linked to a widow and a publication in a NES assessment dated 8. WeatHenwax HLF From the Garete. Toowoumte.
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